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New Delhi: Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has started production of the updated Volkswagen Taigun at its manufacturing facility in Pune. The model receives design revisions along with updates to features and equipment. These changes have been introduced following customer feedback and are aimed at modifying the overall package in terms of usability and in-cabin experience. Specific feature additions and variant-wise details are expected to be announced closer to the market launch. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4: SUVs have rapidly become the most preferred car type in India, but the term "SUV" now covers a wide range of vehicles with very different purposes. From compact city-friendly models to rugged off-roaders, each SUV category is designed to meet specific needs. Also Read | Will Rising Oil Prices Make Bottled Water More Expensive? Here's What Global Supply Chains Signal. If you are considering options like the Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Harrier, and Mahindra Tha ...Read More >
PNN New Delhi [India], April 4: SUVs have rapidly become the most preferred car type in India, but the term "SUV" now covers a wide range of vehicles with very different purposes. From compact city-friendly models to rugged off-roaders, each SUV category is designed to meet specific needs. If you are considering options like the Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Harrier, and Mahindra Thar, understanding how these SUVs differ can make your decision much easier. Compact SUVs: Practical, Comfor ...Read More >
Gurugram : Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) launched the all-new Burgman Street in India. Building on the strong legacy and market presence of the first-generation Burgman Street, the second generation of Suzuki Burgman Street introduces a comprehensive set of upgrades across design, performance, and features. Together with an evolved overall vehicle concept, these enhancements deliver a fresher and more premium experience for customers in the luxury scooter segment. From Strong Growth ...Read More >
India's passenger vehicle (PV) market continued its growth momentum in March 2026, with most carmakers reporting higher sales compared to the same month last year. Maruti Suzuki retained its position as the country's largest carmaker, while Tata Motors stayed ahead of Mahindra in the contest for second place. Hyundai, Skoda and Honda reported single-digit growth, while Renault and Nissan posted the highest increases. Maruti Suzuki reported domestic sales of 1,69,428 units in March 2026, registe ...Read More >
Pune: Car sales in India, the world's third largest automobile market, clocked its highest-ever annual domestic wholesales in FY26, driven by Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 and a strong festive season, with Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Toyota Kirloskar Motor clocking record volumes, while Hyundai Motor reported a decline. Domestic car volumes rose around 8 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to nearly 47,00,000 units in FY26, the highest-ever annual sales, ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Spurred by GST 2.0 rate cuts in Sept last year and easier consumer bank lending rates, Indian car market shrugged off geopolitical tensions and concerns around US trade tariffs to close the year at a record 47 lakh units (4.7 million) in FY26, a 9% growth over the 43 lakh units (4.3 million) sold in the previous fiscal.The surge was led by SUVs, which grew their share in total industry sales from an estimated 54% in FY25 to 58% in 2025-26. SUVs have been the biggest focus for the car ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Maruti Suzuki has once again steered straight into the record books, delivering its strongest sales performance ever in a financial year. In March 2026, the company sold a total of 225,251 units, taking its full-year FY 2025-26 sales to a record 2,422,713 units. This marks the highest-ever annual sales figure for India's largest carmaker. Domestic sales in March stood at 169,428 units, comprising 166,219 passenger vehicles and 3,209 light commercial vehicles. Sales to other OEMs added 8, ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Passenger vehicle sales in India scaled a new high of 47 lakh units in 2025-26, riding on record performance by automakers such as Maruti Suzuki India, Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra with GST 2.0 revving up sales in the second half of the fiscal. While the industry is looking forward to carrying forward the sales momentum in the new fiscal, it is closely monitoring the West Asia war to mitigate potential supply-side risks and the possibility of impact on demand due t ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) India's passenger vehicle market closed FY26 on a robust note, with Maruti Suzuki India, Tata Motors and Toyota Kirloskar Motor posted strong double-digit gains. Maruti Suzuki India recorded a 16.72 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in March 2026, selling 2,25,251 units compared to 1,92,984 units in the same month last year. Domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 1,69,428 units, while exports rose to 47,040 units and supplies to other OEMs reached 8,783 ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday reported a 16.72 per cent rise in total sales at 2,25,251 units in March 2026 as compared to 1,92,984 units in the same month last year. Total domestic passenger vehicle sales were at 1,66,219 units last month as compared to 150,743 units in March 2025, a growth of 10.27 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India said in a regulatory filing. Sales of min cars comprising Alto and S-Presso were at 11,741 units as compared to 11,655 uni ...Read More >
The incident was reported around 2.30 am from a house in F block in the Chand Bagh area near Bhajanpura when the building was engulfed in heavy smoke after two scooters and a motorcycle parked on the ground floor caught fire, the Delhi Fire Services said. Eight other residents, including children, who were trapped on the second, third and fourth floors, also managed to save their lives when the firefighters reached the spot and rescued them. An official said that by the time the firefighters r ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Indian auto industry has clocked its highest-ever wholesales for any October, with all major segments, passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers registering record despatches. This sharp uptick was driven by festive demand during Navratri and Diwali, along with the impact of reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates that kicked in late September. As per the latest data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), strong dealer push across urban and rura ...Read More >
The GST 2.0 impetus coupled with the festive sentiment gave a fillip to automotive retail in October to record highs, though dealers now expect momentum to moderate as the post-festive phase sets in. October 2025 will go down as the month that redefined records for India's automobile retail industry. The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) on Friday reported that total vehicle registrations surged a whopping 40.5 per cent year on year to 40.24 lakh units, marking the highest-ev ...Read More >
Mumbai, October 27 (Monday): Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has unveiled the advanced technology and safety features of the upcoming second-generation Hyundai Venue, ahead of its official market debut on November 4, 2025. The compact SUV is set to redefine the segment with a major leap in connectivity, automation, and safety. Bookings are now open across Hyundai dealerships and online platforms for a token amount of ₹25,000. The next-gen Hyundai Venue, already one of India's most popular co ...Read More >
Factory-approved CNG kit priced at ₹71,999; upgraded fuel-lid integration aims to make refuelling faster and more convenient for customers New Delhi: Nissan Motor India on Thursday said it has announced the expansion of its CNG retrofitment programme to include the New Nissan Magnite BR10 EZ-Shift (AMT), following strong customer demand for the earlier manual transmission variant. The initiative provides a factory-approved, high-quality CNG conversion option, combining Nissan's trusted perform ...Read More >
South Korean auto major Hyundai Motor Co is making its most ambitious move yet in India, committing an investment of Rs 45,000 crore by FY2030 to turn the country into its second-largest market globally, next only to the US. The announcement, which was made at Hyundai Motor India's (HMIL) first-ever Investor Day in Mumbai on Wednesday, comes alongside another major decision, which is that for the first time since its India entry in the mid-1990s, the company will be led by an Indian managing dir ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday reported a 3 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales at 1,89,665 units in September. The auto major sold a total of 1,84,727 units in the same month last year. "The GST reform has significantly improved the customer sentiment as reflected in the highest-ever deliveries of 1,65,000 units (first 8 days) during the ongoing Navratri festive period," Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said in a regulatory filing. Total domestic passenger vehicle ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) Tata Motors on Wednesday reported its best-ever monthly passenger vehicle sales of 60,907 units in September, a year-on-year increase of 47 per cent, due to the GST rate cut and higher demand during the Navratri festival. The Mumbai-based auto major reported vehicle wholesales of 41,313 units in September 2024. In the domestic market, the company said, its dispatches to dealers rose 45 per cent to 59,667 units against 41,063 units in the year-ago period, Tata Motors said ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 1: Emirates, the UAE's flagship carrier, has announced a significant change to its safety regulations regarding portable chargers. Starting Wednesday, October 1, 2025, passengers on Emirates flights will no longer be allowed to use power banks during the journey. While travellers may still carry one power bank under 100 watt-hours (Wh) in their cabin baggage, its use for charging devices such as smartphones, tablets, or laptops will be prohibited. Additionally, passengers will ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Maruti Alto K10 boasts a stunning look and is considered a favourite among young people. People can afford to own a car at a low cost. Furthermore, the Maruti Alto K10's mileage is excellent. Prices have definitely dropped after the 18% GST rate was increased, and the Maruti Alto K10's price has also improved significantly. Its features are also excellent, reflecting a modern touch. If you're interested in purchasing it, you can learn about the latest prices. This car has become ...Read More >
India's auto industry is suddenly having a blast. After months of lacklustre sales, the world's third-largest car market is experiencing a revival, thanks to the government's decision to reduce GST. To add to that, the cuts also came ahead of the festive season, which typically contributes to about 40 percent of the annual sales. "The GST cut has created a genuine affordability kicker just ahead of the festive window. Passenger cars, two-wheelers, and parts moving from 28 percent to 18 percent ...Read More >
Velocitti comes in Mini and Max variants, while Gravitti targets intra-city deliveries. These Made-in-India vehicles offer long ranges, safety features, and telematics, with a phased rollout planned for 2025, alongside future LCV and compact car developments. Dawki Mobility, an emerging manufacturer in India's electric three-wheeler sector, yesterday announced the introduction of two new brands under its product line: Velocitti, an electric passenger vehicle available in two variants - Velocitti ...Read More >
New Delhi: Industry leaders welcomed the recently announced GST reforms, which reduce the number of tax slabs, stating that it will make tax compliance easier while also directly benefiting consumers through lower prices. Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce Joint Secretary Navjot Alang Rubal said that the reduction of the number of slabs from four to two under the new GST structure is a highly positive step. According to Rubal, this reform will greatly benefit the middle and lower-income groups as t ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 5 (PTI) Tata Motors on Friday said it will cut passenger vehicle prices ranging between Rs 75,000 and Rs 1.45 lakh effective September 22 to pass on the full benefit of GST reduction to customers. The Mumbai-based auto major said that its small car Tiago will see a price drop of Rs 75,000, Tigor Rs 80,000, and Altroz Rs 1.10 lakh. Similarly, the price of compact SUV Punch will come down by Rs 85,000 and that of Nexon by Rs 1.55 lakh. Mid-sized model Curvv would also see a price ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 3 (PTI) Maruti Suzuki India is looking to roll out more sports utility vehicles, including one for the premium segment, as it aspires to lead the robustly growing vehicle segment, its MD and CEO Hisaschi Takeuchi said on Wednesday. The success in the SUV segment would also play a key role in the company regaining market share in the overall domestic passenger vehicle market, he noted. SUVs now account for around 55 per cent of the overall passenger vehicle sales in the country. ...Read More >
New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Tuesday started the production of its electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) e-Vitara for exports to 100 countries from its Gujarat factory, marking the beginning of its EV push that contrasts with strategies of its domestic rivals. While Tata and Mahindra began their EV journey by first boosting sales in the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki is producing these cars majorly for exports, with its Japanese parent looking to test its mettle in the global EV market ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: The depression over northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and north Andhra Pradesh - south Odisha coasts moved north-north-westwards and crossed South Odisha coast close to Gopalpur during early morning of Tuesday and lay cantered over south coastal Odisha. Weatherman said it was likely to move north-westwards across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during next few hours. Under its influence, thunderstorms accompani ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Small car prices may decrease by up to 10% if the applicable tax slab is reduced from 28% to 18%. As part of the wider reforms to boost economic growth, the centre has proposed moving from four tax slabs to a simplified two-rate system: 5% for essential items and 18% for most other goods. Luxury and sin products are likely to face a steeper levy of around 40%. "Cars currently are under the 28% GST band and if GST is rationalised to 18% then prices for entry-level cars can come down by ...Read More >
The season's opening round of the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship will begin at the Kari Motor Speedway here on Saturday. The two-day event has attracted 75 entries across various categories. The compact 2.3 km long circuit with 16 turns, will witness both single-seaters, the MRF F2000 and F1600, Formula LGB 1300 and saloon cars that include popular Indian Touring Cars (ITC), newly introduced ITC1625, Super Stock and the Indian Junior Touring Cars (IJTC) besides the Volks ...Read More >
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